Senior Scientist I
Merrick & Company
Senior scientist providing biosafety, lab operations, and regulatory compliance support.
13 days ago ago
$125,400 - $147,500
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Aiken, SC
Remote
Company Size
500 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Consulting
Design
Architecture
Project Management
Surveying
Environmental Services
Sector Specialisms
National Security
Infrastructure
Energy
Life Sciences
Manufacturing & Bioprocessing
Transportation
Land Development
Water
Role
What you would be doing
study prep
quality assurance
regulatory support
proposal development
risk management
client education
- Prepare complex studies, reports, plans, specifications, and other products for project deliverables.
- Ensure adherence to project quality of deliverables, products, and schedule
- Support document preparation to aid clients in obtaining and maintain regulatory registrations and permits.
- Support proposal development and marketing initiatives.
- Address issues related to the interface of laboratory operations, compliance, and operational planning
- Adopt and apply all Merrick policies and procedures and to apply them on assignments.
- Support leadership to ensure that project schedules and budgets are met and communicate with leadership any issues and concerns.
- Educate clients on pertinent regulations, consensus standards, manufacturers use instructions, and best practices concerning their laboratories, operations, safety programs, hazard control systems, biocontainment, equipment, hazardous materials storage, waste treatment and disposal processes, and all associated documents and records.
- Provide strategy, development, execution, and technical knowledge for project deliverables related to laboratory operations, biological risk identification, assessment, characterization, management, exposure assessment and control, general safety, occupational hygiene, health and environmental management, animal care and use and regulatory compliance.
- Support document preparation to aid clients in obtaining and maintain required certifications
What you bring
5+ years
master's
biosafety
clia
microsoft office
adobe acrobat
- Ability to work on multiple projects which includes resourcing, tracking, follow-up and follow-through to project completion.
- Minimum of five (5) years of experience in laboratory operations, biosafety, & biosecurity. Previous experience in high- and maximum-containment laboratories (CL/BSL-3 or higher) is required.
- Must have technical knowledge of regulatory requirements regarding biosafety, OSHA, Animal Welfare Act, Select Agents, FAA, EPA, and DOT.
- Master’s degree or higher in a science related field from an accredited program.
- Experience performing laboratory assessments for biological, chemical, and physical hazards for all laboratory containment levels for human, animal, and plant materials.
- Past support of a Federal Select Agent Program entity
- Experience in:
- Employment with Merrick is contingent upon completion of a pre-employment background check, MVR check, and drug screen.
- Applicant must be a U.S. Citizen.
- Applicants must be willing to travel up to 50% domestically and internationally as needed to support client projects
- Technical knowledge of clinical laboratory compliance standards (CLIA, CAP, and TCJ) is preferred.
- Well-organized, detail-oriented, and self-motivated professional with strong verbal and written communication skills.
- General awareness of laboratory operations and hazards associated with academic laboratories (e.g., chemistry, biology, microbiology) is preferred
- Ability to coordinate the collection of data from laboratory assessments to determine gaps and needs to meet design requirements.
- General awareness of clinical laboratory operations and hazards associated with diagnostic, clinical microbiology, chemistry, blood bank, histopathology, and gross sectioning is preferred.
- Strong desire to work in a team environment.
- Technical knowledge of consensus standards (e.g., ANSI, ASHRAE, NFPA) is preferred
- Advanced degree in the life and/or biological sciences (M.S. or Ph.D.)
- Possess strong oral and written communications and interpersonal skills to effectively interface with clients and team members to
- Computer Skills: Adobe acrobat professional
- Credentialed biosafety professional
- GLP compliance
- Flexibility/adaptability to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Computer Skills: Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, etc.).
- and accreditations (College of American Pathologists, Joint Commissioning, and AAALAC).
- IBC and IACUC member or administrator
- GMP compliance
- Merrick & Company offers a competitive compensation and benefits package which includes health insurance, dental and vision coverage, 401(k), and paid time off (PTO).
- Employee Recognition Awards.
- Professional Training and Development.
- Peer Mentor Program
- Robust Employee Referral Program.
- Animal laboratory programs
- Annual performance and compensation reviews.
- Employee Owned - all eligible U.S. employees have an Employee Stock Ownership Account.
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Security clearance- pre-employment background check
- motor vehicle record (mvr) check
- drug screen
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Company
Overview
Founded in 1955
Year Established
Began as a structural engineering and surveying firm.
20 offices
US, Canada, Mexico, UK
Expanded to serve projects globally across multiple countries.
Over $100M
Annual Services
Reflects a mature, mid-sized professional services practice.
- Delivers full-service solutions—from planning and design to construction support—in engineering, architecture, surveying and geospatial disciplines.
- Specializes in large, complex projects across sectors like energy, national security, infrastructure, life sciences and manufacturing.
- Typical engagements include biocontainment labs, renewable energy facilities, transportation mapping, high-tech manufacturing plants and military installations.
- Driven by a narrative of solving unique problems with the right blend of tried-and-true methods and innovative techniques.
- Unusual fact: built Panama’s Gorgas Institute biocontainment campus combining technical sophistication with environmental sensitivity.
- Headquartered in Colorado, it has expanded to 20 offices across the US, Canada, Mexico and the UK and serves projects on all seven continents.
- Maintain an unwavering commitment to ethics and honesty.
- Serve the needs of clients and deliver exceptional value.
- Dedicated to continuous improvement and creative problem-solving.
- Work together to leverage diverse expertise and perspectives.
- Pursue the highest quality in all aspects of the business.
Net zero by 2050
Environmental Commitment
Committed to achieving net zero emissions by 2050, highlighting long-term sustainability goals.
- Committed to sustainability and reducing environmental footprint.
- Designs sustainable, environmentally conscious solutions for clients.
- Incorporates green building practices and renewable energy solutions in projects.
- Supports energy-efficient technologies and sustainable engineering practices.
- Promotes a culture of inclusion and diversity through strategic initiatives.
- Focuses on gender balance with significant representation of women in leadership roles.
- Supports various employee resource groups aimed at fostering a more inclusive workplace.
- Continues to improve diversity in recruitment and professional development programs.
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